Internship/Co-Op (Field Engineer)

Obayashi Na; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Tunnel Field Engineer intern in Manchester, NH, interested in tunneling and underground projects. The role starts in May/June 2026 and requires full-time on-site work for at least 12 weeks. Responsibilities include assisting with daily field operations, maintaining daily logs, and performing quality control tasks. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with strong communication and teamwork skills. The position offers a pay range of $25 to $30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel and work in outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily field operations.
• Take direction from Project Engineers and Managers.
• Perform quality control duties.

Skills

Strong communication and organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Willingness to travel

Basic understanding of construction

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management or related field

Job description

OBAYASHI CORPORATION is seeking a qualified Tunnel Field Engineer intern with an interest in Tunneling and/or Underground Projects in the USA.

Multiple Locations Possible: Boring, OR; Menlo Park, CA; Manchester, NH; Foster City, CA.

KEY ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is expected to start in May/June 2026 and continue through August 2026, if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.

Contribute and learn about tunneling and underground projects (TBM tunnels, SEM tunnels, micro-tunneling, shafts, mining and any other underground structure works) undertaken by Obayashi Corporation to manage self-perform activities and coordinate subcontractors’ works.

• Assist with daily field operations.
• Take direction from Project Engineers and Managers for day-to-day tasks
• Follow all safety procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to management
• Assist with scheduling subcontractors and vendors, working with suppliers as required, facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of material.s
• Perform quality control duties.
• Maintain daily logs (written and photos)as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Coordinate required inspections with local jurisdictions
• Identify potential hazards and report them to supervisors to ensure a safe working environment.
• Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities
• Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction
• Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate.
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Travel to various job sites to gain exposure to different phases of construction.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a record of collaboration and teamwork
• Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Willingness to travel and work in outdoor environments
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to team success
• Basic understanding of construction and documentation is a plus

OTHER

• Ability to walk and work on outdoor construction job sites.
• Ability to carry and/or lift up to 40 lbs.
• Have the ability to work underground
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must have a valid Driver's License

HOURLY PAY RANGES

• $25-30/ HOUR

The expected pay range for this position is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour. Obayashi Corporation provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what it reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

ABOUT OBAYASHI

Obayashi Corporation has delivered quality solutions to infrastructure challenges across the globe for more than 130 years. Founded in 1892, Obayashi is the largest Japanese Contractor, consistently ranked as the fourth-largest international contractor conducting business in the United States. Obayashi has been operating and completing projects in the United States since 1979. Obayashi provides a full range of general contractor services in both public works and private sectors including: office buildings, residences, tunnels, highways, rail systems, bridges, artificial islands, airports and nuclear power plants. Other services include urban planning and architecture, real estate and property development, environmental, and waste services. The North American Operations consolidated revenue is over $3 billion in the United States and Canada.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Obayashi Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and coworkers.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.